Jamie Szantyr walked into the Women's locker room at the Augusta Entertainment Complex in Augusta, Georgia. She smiled to herself as she noticed Layla was sat on the bench near her locker and rummaging through her gear bag. Jamie walked over and sat down on the bench beside her and smiled once more at Layla. Layla looked up from her gear bag and returned the smile to Jamie.
«°¤° "The English Bombshell" || Layla El °¤°»
Hey girl, how are you?
Jamie smiled as the two women shared a quick hug with one another.
«°¤° "Velvet Sky" || Jamie Szantyr °¤°»
I'm good. How are you?
«°¤° "The English Bombshell" || Layla El °¤°»
Oh, hanging in there. You know how it is, same stuff different day, right?
Jamie nodded her head and rested her hands on the bench.
«°¤° "Velvet Sky" || Jamie Szantyr °¤°»
I hear that. I finally get my debut match this week so I'm pretty excited.
«°¤° "The English Bombshell" || Layla El °¤°»
I can't wait to see it! Who do you have to face?
«°¤° "Velvet Sky" || Jamie Szantyr °¤°»
Torrie Wilson.
Layla's facial expression dropped in a split second and she shrugged her shoulders as she continued to tuck her ring gear into her bag.
«°¤° "The English Bombshell" || Layla El °¤°»
Ah... well I am sure you will do just fine out there. I beat her last week.
«°¤° "Velvet Sky" || Jamie Szantyr °¤°»
I know I wanted to say congratulations but I couldn't find you anywhere! Someone hasn't been answering when I call her.
«°¤° "The English Bombshell" || Layla El °¤°»
I know! I'm so sorry, Cody has kept me so busy lately and with my debut not too long ago, I just haven't had much down time.
Jamie shrugged her shoulders and adjusted where she sat on the bench. She looked over her well manicured nails as she began to speak.
«°¤° "Velvet Sky" || Jamie Szantyr °¤°»
Well, it's understandable. I know you two are busy rekindling your relationship. I've been making a few new friends around here while I waited for my debut. Have you had a chance to meet Nicoli Hunt or Amber Dobson yet?
Layla shook her head no as she continued to pack her gear back. She pulled out her personal items from the locker and stuffed them in the bag as well.
«°¤° "Velvet Sky" || Jamie Szantyr °¤°»
They are so sweet. I went over to Nicoli's and Chris' house the other night for some good food and even better Sangria. It was pretty nice to hang out and mingle.
«°¤° "The English Bombshell" || Layla El °¤°»
I might have to look into them. Like I said, I haven't had much of a chance to do anything lately. I feel bad girl, we need to go out sometime soon.
«°¤° "Velvet Sky" || Jamie Szantyr °¤°»
Hell yeah, we need a girls night, HOLLER!
Jamie and Layla shared a laugh and shook their heads.
«°¤° "Velvet Sky" || Jamie Szantyr °¤°»
But in all honesty I am geared up and ready to go for this match. I was starting to wonder if Shawn Michaels was ever going to give me a shot around here or not. I have been booked with non stop photo shoots and publicity events but no matches. Well, not until this week. So, any insight you can give on Torrie Wilson?
Layla scrunched her face slightly at the name and pondered on the thought for a few moments.
«°¤° "The English Bombshell" || Layla El °¤°»
Um... just keep your eyes on her at all times. You know just as I do, that she has been in this business for quite some time. She knows how to take advantage of a weak moment. Just don't be vulnerable in the ring if you can avoid it.
Jamie nodded her head and pursed her lips together for a few seconds, thinking over her debut match in her mind.
«°¤° "Velvet Sky" || Jamie Szantyr °¤°»
Fair enough. I've met her in person quite a few times, just never stepped in the ring with her before. This will be something new I suppose.
Jamie shrugged her shoulders as Layla zipped up her gear bag.
«°¤° "Velvet Sky" || Jamie Szantyr °¤°»
So where are you heading off to?
Layla smiled and looked down for a minute before she brought her eyes back up to Jamie's.
«°¤° "The English Bombshell" || Layla El °¤°»
Cody is taking me out for a romantic evening just the two of us.
«°¤° "Velvet Sky" || Jamie Szantyr °¤°»
Awwww how cute... and mushy. You two sound like an old married couple already.
Layla just laughed and playfully slapped Jamie on the shoulder.
«°¤° "The English Bombshell" || Layla El °¤°»
We do not! Besides, Jamie, we need to find you a man to settle down with.
«°¤° "Velvet Sky" || Jamie Szantyr °¤°»
Nah, I don't need a man to make me happy. I have fun doing my own thing and enjoying every minute of it. I don't need some over jealous idiot controlling my life. You can't make me settle, Lay!
Layla laughed and shrugged her shoulders in defeat.
«°¤° "The English Bombshell" || Layla El °¤°»
You can't say I didn't try!
«°¤° "Velvet Sky" || Jamie Szantyr °¤°»
Besides, I am finally here in NWA! I never thought I'd leave TNA, I had a blast there and worked with a lot of awesome people. But, then I got a call with an offer that I'd be an idiot to refuse. I do miss it but this is my real chance to shine.
«°¤° "The English Bombshell" || Layla El °¤°»
Absolutely! We're on the grandest stage of them all.
Layla stood up off the bench and shut her locker door shut. She bent down and grabbed her gear bag, sitting on the bench in front of her. Jamie crossed one of her legs over the other and toyed with a strand of her hair, wrapping it around her index finger mindlessly.
«°¤° "Velvet Sky" || Jamie Szantyr °¤°»
I just hope Smackdown goes in my favor. Either way I'm sure it will be a great match no matter the outcome.
«°¤° "The English Bombshell" || Layla El °¤°»
Yeah, Torrie is a great competitor, she gave me one hell of a match last week, that's for sure. I just can't help but feel like she tries to get to Cody sometimes.
«°¤° "Velvet Sky" || Jamie Szantyr °¤°»
How so?
Layla shrugged her shoulders in an exaggerated manner and sighed.
«°¤° "The English Bombshell" || Layla El °¤°»
I don't know... just some of the tweets I've seen her leave him. I'm just not that comfortable with it I guess.
«°¤° "Velvet Sky" || Jamie Szantyr °¤°»
I'm sure it's nothing. I mean, Cody seems like a great guy. I doubt he's going to ruin what you two have going for you just because someone comes along and flirts with him. I wouldn't worry about it so much, Lay.
«°¤° "The English Bombshell" || Layla El °¤°»
You're probably right, Jamie. Thanks.
Layla forced a smile up at Jamie. Jamie smiled back and nodded before she stood up from the bench and hugged Layla once more.
«°¤° "Velvet Sky" || Jamie Szantyr °¤°»
Anytime. I better let you get going, I don't want Cody to be mad at me that I'm taking away his Layla time.
Jamie laughed once more as Layla nodded her head and lifted the strap of her gear bag onto her shoulder.
«°¤° "The English Bombshell" || Layla El °¤°»
Yeah I could see him saying something like that. I better not keep him waiting. I'll be watching your match on Smackdown, Jamie. Good luck against Torrie this week. We'll definitely have to find time to hang out soon.
«°¤° "Velvet Sky" || Jamie Szantyr °¤°»
I completely agree. And thank you.
Layla smiled once more as she side stepped Jamie and pulled open the door to the locker room and stepped out into the hallway. Jamie watched as the door clicked shut behind Layla. Jamie turned to her locker and opened it, sitting back on the bench as she pulled out her work out gear. She decided to get in a training session before her big debut on Smackdown.
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A few hours later, Jamie found herself wandering down the hallways of the arena with no particular direction in mind. She smiled to backstage hands that passed by her in the hall. Jamie spotted Todd Grisham and his crew standing near some black equipment crates pushed against the wall. She shrugged her shoulders and decided to get an interview out of the way. Todd looked up from the group and spotted her approaching him. Todd flashed a smile and stepped forward from the group.
«°¤° | 'The One and Only' Todd Grisham | °¤°»
Hey Jamie, how's it going?
Jamie shrugged her shoulders.
«°¤° "Velvet Sky" || Jamie Szantyr °¤°»
Can't complain, Todd. I figured I'd seek you out for an interview for my debut match against Torrie Wilson on Smackdown.
«°¤° | 'The One and Only' Todd Grisham | °¤°»
Absolutely, pleasure would be all mine.
Jamie smiled once more and nodded her head. Todd signaled for the camera to roll as he wasted no time lifting the mic to his lips and began the impromptu interview.
(On Camera)
«°¤° | 'The One and Only' Todd Grisham | °¤°»
Welcome ladies and gentleman, my guest as this time is NWA newcomer, Velvet Sky!
«°¤° "Talia Doll" || Velvet Sky °¤°»
Thank you, Todd.
«°¤° | 'The One and Only' Todd Grisham | °¤°»
Absolutely. Now Velvet, you are scheduled your debut match here in NWA on this upcoming Smackdown against the legendary Torrie Wilson.
«°¤° "Talia Doll" || Velvet Sky °¤°»
Yeah, I'm pretty stoked for this match. I signed my contract over two weeks ago and I've just been dying to get in the ring again. Since I've had plenty of time, I've tried to study up as much as I can on what is going on around here as far as the divas are concerned. I've never been all about the WWE, I come from TNA where real wrestling matters! None of this sports entertainment hocus pocus. I know I'm open for ridicule because of my entrance into the ring, but that is what is asked of me. Let's face it, this ass seals and everyone knows that whether they want to admit it or not.
Velvet shrugged her shoulders and placed her hands on her hips.
«°¤° "Talia Doll" || Velvet Sky °¤°»
I actually never had any intention of leaving TNA until I received a lovely offer from NWA to sign with them. It was too great to deny so I jumped ships and now I am here and ready to kick some ass.
«°¤° | 'The One and Only' Todd Grisham | °¤°»
Is there anyone specific in the Women's division that you'd like to face here in NWA?
«°¤° "Talia Doll" || Velvet Sky °¤°»
Sure! I, like everyone else, Todd, have idols. I respect Trish Stratus and all the hard work she has done. It's good to see her around even though I never see her wrestle much. Lita was a huge inspiration, but she and I aren't particularly friends with one another. Some may have forgot my brief stay here in NWA a few months back. A lot of legal issues behind it all, which was the reason I left. I thought that was the end of it for me around here, but my, my, how things can change. Anyways, the last time I was in this place, Lita and I got a bit cross ways with one another. I'm over it, but ten to one, I bet she isn't. I guess we'll have to see. Other than that, there is some great new talent around here I wouldn't mind stepping in the ring with such as Kelly Kelly. Even some of my newly found friends around here such as Layla, Nicoli Hunt or even Amber Dobson. I'm sure no matter what, we'd make a great match. That will all come in due time I'm sure.
Velvet nodded her head and shifted her weight.
«°¤° | 'The One and Only' Todd Grisham | °¤°»
Well Nicoli Hunt and Amber Dobson are actually on ROH.
«°¤° "Talia Doll" || Velvet Sky °¤°»
I know that Todd. Who knows, maybe Velvet Sky will end up hitting the Indy circuits from time to time. You never know for sure.
She shrugged her shoulders and looked back over at Todd.
«°¤° | 'The One and Only' Todd Grisham | °¤°»
Fair enough. Any thoughts that you would like to share with us about your debut match before we have to wrap this up?
«°¤° "Talia Doll" || Velvet Sky °¤°»
Yeah, Torrie, I have kept my eye on you since I stepped foot in this company. I have been waiting for this moment for a few weeks now, and I hope you bring your all to the ring on Smackdown, I know I will be. Instead of busying yourself with who you're going to hook up with next, you should focus on me. I see that Torrie is relatively new to this particular business as well. She hasn't had the best of luck, that's for sure. I saw that fifty year old Sable could beat her. Really? Then a no contest, draw. Last week she stepped into the ring with one of my really good friends, Layla El. Torrie wasn't able to get the advantage in her match and Layla pulled off the victory. I'm proud of Lay, and I expect to do the exact same this week. I have nothing against Torrie Wilson or anything, but I am going to make the most I can of my debut match in that ring. I will surely have to adapt to this whole Diva thing, because the fact of the matter is, I am a knock out at heart and always will be, that will never change. However, since I'm on Smackdown I guess I will have to let it slide and accept it. I have to participate in my share of "Diva" duties such as photo shoots and the whole nine yards. Don't be fooled Torrie, I'm not a model. I beat up models. I'm trying this whole nice approach out so we will see how it goes on Smackdown, but don't just try to brush me off like I'm a no one. I will be happy to show you that I am here with reason. Because I am a wrestler, end of story. I didn't pose in Playboy or FHM, nor will I. You have to leave something for the imagination, am I right?
Velvet shrugs her shoulders and shakes her head, flipping some of her hair over her shoulder.
«°¤° "Talia Doll" || Velvet Sky °¤°»
Anyways, Smackdown is going to be my night and I will try my hardest to make sure of it. Torrie, I really do wish you the best of luck in our match, I reall mean it. I truly look forward to stepping into the ring with a veteran such as yourself, all the other non sense aside.
«°¤° | 'The One and Only' Todd Grisham | °¤°»
What non sense are you referring to?
«°¤° "Talia Doll" || Velvet Sky °¤°»
Oh, I don't know, Toddy. Maybe the Vince McMahon affair. All the nude photo shoots. Or even that time when Dawn Marie married Daddy Wilson and when he died, Dawn went for Torrie. The whole lesbian angle... was just so awkward. Let's be real about this.
Todd shrugged his shoulders.
«°¤° "Talia Doll" || Velvet Sky °¤°»
As I was saying, Smackdown, you better be ready for me. Otherwise your losing streak is going to stick around another week for you. I won't go down without a fight and that's a damn guarantee. I'll be seeing you here soon, Tor. Good luck. May the better woman win.
«°¤° | 'The One and Only' Todd Grisham | °¤°»
Alright, thank you Velvet Sky for sparing a few moments for us. We certainly wish you the best of luck in your big debut match in NWA and we look forward to seeing more of you around here.
Velvet smiles and nods her head.
«°¤° "Talia Doll" || Velvet Sky °¤°»
Thanks Todd, and the pleasure was all mine.
(Off Camera)
Jamie nodded and smiled as she shook Todd's hand after the camera's shut off. Jamie turned on her heel and headed off down the hallway. She rounded a corner and was on her way to the Women's locker room to further prep herself for her big upcoming match this week. Jamie was too busy with her thoughts to notice two men standing in the hallway, leaning against the wall and talking amongst themselves. Jamie walks by without paying any mind to them until she hears one of them whistle a cat call.
«°¤° | "Chris Sabin" || Joshua Harter| °¤°»
Oh yeah... I'd do her.
He laughs and crossed his arms over his chest as he remained leaned against the wall. Jamie snapped her eyes up at her ex, Josh, and then looked to see Jeff Hardy standing beside him.
«°¤° | "Chris Sabin" || Joshua Harter| °¤°»
... That's right, I already have!
Josh let out a cocky laugh as Jeff joined in with him.
«°¤° | 'Antichrist of Wrestling' || Jeff Hardy | °¤°»
Right, I forgot about that. Say Josh, what would you rate her one to ten?
Josh ponders this question for a few moments. Jamie doesn't look overly enthused as she now crosses her arms over her chest.
«°¤° | "Chris Sabin" || Joshua Harter| °¤°»
I'd say.. a seven.
Jamie's eyes widen as she jumped on the defense.
«°¤° "Velvet Sky" || Jamie Szantyr °¤°»
A SEVEN?! Excuse me?!
«°¤° | 'Antichrist of Wrestling' || Jeff Hardy | °¤°»
Oh no, she's angry.
«°¤° | "Chris Sabin" || Joshua Harter| °¤°»
Chill out, it's only because you lost me. It devalues the over all rating.
Jamie rolled her eyes and shook her head. Jeff laughed.
«°¤° | 'Antichrist of Wrestling' || Jeff Hardy | °¤°»
Hey, that's a pretty nice number coming from him. Chris isn't known for being the nice guy, especially when rating women. So you should actually take that as a compliment. But hey, if it makes you feel any better, I'd rate you a nine.
«°¤° "Velvet Sky" || Jamie Szantyr °¤°»
That seems more accurate, thank you Jeff.
«°¤° | 'Antichrist of Wrestling' || Jeff Hardy | °¤°»
I call 'em like I see 'em.
Jamie nodded her head to Jeff and looked at Joshua Harter once more.
«°¤° "Velvet Sky" || Jamie Szantyr °¤°»
AND besides, who said I lost you? Who is to say it wasn't the other way around and you lost me?
Josh just laughed smugly once more.
«°¤° | "Chris Sabin" || Joshua Harter| °¤°»
Touche.
«°¤° "Velvet Sky" || Jamie Szantyr °¤°»
So how have you been, Jeff?
Jeff shrugged his shoulders and ran his painted finger nails through his hair.
«°¤° | 'Antichrist of Wrestling' || Jeff Hardy | °¤°»
I'm hanging in there as always. I've seen better days, but I guess things could be worse. How've you been?
«°¤° "Velvet Sky" || Jamie Szantyr °¤°»
Oh, pretty good. Can't complain I suppose. Except for that seven..
Jamie's eyes dart back over to Josh as she placed her hand on her hip.
«°¤° "Velvet Sky" || Jamie Szantyr °¤°»
You know that is still total bullshit, don't lie and be the tough guy here.
«°¤° | "Chris Sabin" || Joshua Harter| °¤°»
We'll never know, now will we?
Jeff snickered once. Josh remained leaning against the wall of the hallway, Jamie just rolled her eyes at him.
«°¤° "Velvet Sky" || Jamie Szantyr °¤°»
Whatever, Josh.
Jamie turned to walk off but he spoke once more which made her turn back around.
«°¤° | "Chris Sabin" || Joshua Harter| °¤°»
Oh c'mon, lighten up. Fine, I'll ask how YOU are since you can't ask ME how I am. You can ask Jeff here, but not me. I see how it is.
«°¤° "Velvet Sky" || Jamie Szantyr °¤°»
Fine, how are YOU, Josh?
«°¤° | "Chris Sabin" || Joshua Harter| °¤°»
Oh no, too late now. Go ahead.
Jamie shook her head and crossed her arms over her chest once more, slightly annoyed.
«°¤° "Velvet Sky" || Jamie Szantyr °¤°»
I'm great. You?
«°¤° | "Chris Sabin" || Joshua Harter| °¤°»
I'm the fuckin' TNA World Champion!
Josh pointed to his title hanging over his shoulder and smiled smugly at her.
«°¤° "Velvet Sky" || Jamie Szantyr °¤°»
I wasn't aware that was an emotion, but okay. Congratulations, by the way.
«°¤° | "Chris Sabin" || Joshua Harter| °¤°»
It's better than an emotion. And thank you.
Amy walked up to Jeff and wrapped her arms him. She smiled and gave him a kiss, before she looked over to see Jamie Szantyr. Amy rolled her eyes and shook her head.
«°¤° | 'L i t a' || Amy Dumas | °¤°»
Oh great, you could have worned me the trash arrived.
«°¤° | 'Antichrist of Wrestling' || Jeff Hardy | °¤°»
Amy.
«°¤° "Velvet Sky" || Jamie Szantyr °¤°»
Um, and you're one to talk Amy? At least I didn't broadcast my shit all over live TV, thank you.
Amy rolled her eyes and laughed.
«°¤° | 'L i t a' || Amy Dumas | °¤°»
Is that suppose to offend me? I've heard worse.
«°¤° "Velvet Sky" || Jamie Szantyr °¤°»
What the hell is your problem with me?
Amy laughed smugly this time and tucked her hair behind her ear.
«°¤° | 'L i t a' || Amy Dumas | °¤°»
How quickly the bimbo forgets the last time she was here.
«°¤° | 'Antichrist of Wrestling' || Jeff Hardy | °¤°»
Amy..
Amy shrugged off Jeff's warning and continued to glare over at Jamie.
«°¤° "Velvet Sky" || Jamie Szantyr °¤°»
Get over it already!
«°¤° | 'L i t a' || Amy Dumas | °¤°»
Don't bother us. We have important matters to attend to. We don't need you anywhere around any of the TNA members. Josh is busy being a World Champion so leave him be.
Jamie's face contorted into a disgusted look for a few moments before she waved off Amy in a 'whatever' type fashion.
«°¤° | 'L i t a' || Amy Dumas | °¤°»
Example, she's too nice to even try and hang with us. I don't think she has what it takes.
Josh looked as though he may of had something more to say but kept his mouth shut. Amy shook her head and grabbed Jeff's hand with her's.
«°¤° | 'L i t a' || Amy Dumas | °¤°»
C'mon baby, we have better things to do. Have fun... Josh.
Amy rolled her eyes at Jamie before she tugged on Jeff's arm and walked off down the hallway with him. Jeff half turned and waved a goodbye to Jamie. Amy elbows him in the ribs lightly, not enough to hurt him, but enough to make her point clear. Jamie turned and looked at Josh who seemed mildly amused.
«°¤° "Velvet Sky" || Jamie Szantyr °¤°»
Wow, way to say something.
«°¤° | "Chris Sabin" || Joshua Harter| °¤°»
Hey, I don't get involved in girl business. You know that.
«°¤° "Velvet Sky" || Jamie Szantyr °¤°»
I know..
Jamie sighed for a minute and ran her fingers through her hair. This ended up being slightly more awkward than she had originally thought.
«°¤° "Velvet Sky" || Jamie Szantyr °¤°»
Well, it was nice seeing you again Josh. I better get going. See ya around.
Josh nodded his head.
«°¤° | "Chris Sabin" || Joshua Harter| °¤°»
See ya, Jamie.
Jamie nodded her head and started to go for a hug but opted out with a simple wave instead. Josh waved one hand back before she turned and headed back down the hallway in her original direction. Jamie shook her head not really knowing what to think about the whole situation that just happened but she had to keep her mind on her match against Torrie Wilson on Smackdown.
